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PROS

Added story modes are the new main feature, not just custom games like in Archon.

CONS

Poor combat gameplay.

Annoying game music with no option to use player’s iPod instead.

The campaigns are far too hard, as you’re severely outnumbered in almost every level.

VERDICT

Even diehard fans of the Archon franchise will have struggle with Archon: Conquest as the game is far too difficult and linear to be a worthwhile purchase.

Full Review

App Store Info

In 2008, Developer React Games bought the license to Archon and began work on Archon titles for the iPhone. The original 1983 game Archon: The Light and Dark, a chess style strategy game was already remade by developers and now the gameplay has been adapted and transferred with a new twist in Archon: Conquest.

In the game’s new story mode, you’ll find yourself on a large board and must eliminate all opposing enemy units. By tapping on a unit you can move them to a different square and, if you’re in range, attack another unit. Once you engage them, the gameplay will change into a small battle mini-game where you’ll try to kill your opponent. However, the controls aren’t the best and most times, a one or two hits from the enemy will kill you

While the game offers 4 different campaigns to play through, almost each mission is far too hard. The majority of the time, you’ll be severely outnumbered by enemy troops and when paired with poor combat controls, makes for some frustrating gameplay. Also, the game’s presentation is nothing to rave about and the games music track is assaulting and incredibly annoying.

Even if you’re a fan of the series, Archon: Conquest isn’t worth your time. Its unclear where the developer wanted to go with this game; the inclusion of a story and campaigns is fine but the steep game difficulty makes this a real hassle to play. You’re best alterative is to try the remake of original Archon, from the developer React Games.

Description

Version 1.0 has LEADERBOARDS AND AWARDS POWERED BY PLUS+! See how you rate worldwide in your quest to become the ultimate Archon!

Play as both Light and Dark in this single player game based off the hit title, "Archon."

In this game, you have several campaigns to play through, using the Light and Dark teams. Each campaign features 15 quests for a total of 60 to play through! Each one is unique with different enemies to fight, puzzles to solve and medals to win!

Involve yourself in an immersive storyline as you try to maintain the balance of the world caught between the forces of Light and Dark. Are you the chosen one, the savior, the Archon who was prophesied to come?

Archon:Conquest features:
Turn-Based Strategy, like the original Archon.
Fast-Paced action in the Combat Arena.
4 Campaigns.
60 Quests.
Worldwide Leaderboards and Awards.
Earn medals for each Quest based on how well you do.
Immersive Storyline
Cast Spells, including several new ones.
Level up your pieces.
Collect various Power-ups in Combat.
Fight multiple enemies in later stages.
Unlock INSANE mode when you complete a Quest.
HOURS of unique gameplay.